How can we help?

We help our best entrepreneurs, innovators and researchers turn their best ideas into commercial successes. We all share the benefits of this success — and that supports Queensland and Queenslanders to be the best we can be.

What we do

Grants and Programs

  • Female Founders Co-Investment Fund

    18 Jan 2024 – 30 Jun 2027

    Learn how the Female Founders Co-Investment Fund supports innovative women-led startups preparing for early-stage capital raise.

    • Funding

  • Ignite+

    18 Jan 2024 – 30 Jun 2027

    Learn how Ignite+ supports Queensland’s high-growth potential innovation-driven enterprises to access tailored business support. We support innovators to commercialise ideas…

    • Funding

  • Australian Government Self-Employment Assistance Program

    18 Jan 2024 – 30 Jun 2027

    Learn how to start your own business or grow your existing business with the Self-Employment Assistance Program.

    • Program

  • Private Sector Pathways Program

    18 Jan 2024 – 30 Jun 2027

    Discover how the Private Sector Pathways Program can help create commercial opportunities for innovative Queensland businesses by co-funding corporate challenges.

    • Funding

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Innovation stories

  • Farmer checking autonomous farming equipment

    AgTech Pioneer SwarmFarm Robotics Transforms Farming with Autonom

    5 February 2025

    SwarmFarm Robotics, a Queensland-based AgTech pioneer, is transforming farming with autonomous robots. Their innovative solutions improve efficiency, reduce chemical usage, and enhance sustainability. Learn how Advance Queensland's Ignite Ideas funding helped them grow into a world-leading company.

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Upcoming events

  • TRW Investment Ready Program

    29 Oct 2024 – 28 Apr 2025 6pm–6pm

    Online (virtual)

    An inclusive, accessible and supportive program, equipping women with the skills, network and confidence to raise capital and take their…

    • Accelerator

  • River City Labs' Community Coffee

    6 Feb 2025 9:30am–10:30am

    Hub Anzac Square
    200 Adelaide Street Rooftop, Brisbane CBD QLD 4000

    Kick off the year with a fresh brew and fresh connections! River City Labs is excited to invite you to…

    • Networking

  • SPARK Women in Business Grants - Round Seven - Ask-Anything-Session

    11 Feb 2025 9am–10am

    Online (virtual)

    Announcing ROUND SEVEN of the SPARK Women in Business grants! Join Founder of SPARK, Danielle Lewis for an ask-me-anything session…

    • Funding

  • CSIRO ON Prime - Applicant Information Session

    17 Feb 2025 11:30am–12:30pm

    Online (virtual)

    Are you ready to take your research to the next level? Join us for an ON Prime Application Info Session…

    • Program

  • Innovate Moreton Bay Monthly Social Catchup

    19 Feb 2025 3pm–5pm

    North Lakes Sports Club
    36-42 Flinders Parade, North Lakes QLD 4509

    Join our monthly Social Catch-Up (on the third Wednesday of every month) to connect with individuals from Moreton Bay's Business…

    • Conversation circle

  • Accessibility in Action Workshop - How to Build a Digital Accessibility Action Plan

    20 Feb 2025 10:30am–12pm

    The Precinct
    L 2 315 Brunswick St, Fortitude Valley QLD 4006

    Are you ready to take meaningful steps towards creating a more inclusive and accessible digital experience for your organisation? Our…

    • Workshop

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